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Events Update
Adult Basic Tutor Training in Conway
Tuesday, July 16
9:00am - 1:00pm
Combined ESL/ABL Tutor Training
Saturday, August 24
9:15am - 1:00pm
2013 Shine-A-Light on Literacy
Thursday, September 26, 2013
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Tutors Needed for Fall TAFF Program!!
We are currently looking for dependable tutors for the fall TAFF program that is hosted at Pulaski Technical College. A TAFF tutor needs to be available twice a week for an hour each session. Two hours a week can really make a huge difference for adults seeking to enter community college.
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Do you think English is easy?
Read this and see if it changes your mind:
-The bandage was wound around the wound.
-The farm was used to produce produce.
-The soldier decided to desert his dessert in the desert.
-When shot at, the dove dove into the bushes.
-The wind was too strong to wind the sail.
-Upon seeing a tear in the painting, I shed a tear.
-Since there is no time, like the present, I thought it was a good time to present the present.
Help people who need to learn English navigate through this complicated language!
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Literacy Action Newsletter June 2013 |
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Students Give 100%
By: Neil Jones
 As we enter the last weeks of the summer TAFF program, it is remarkable to witness our students' determination to finish the program. The class meets at Pulaski Tech for 90 minutes, four days a week with two hours of tutoring each week. Who would
have dared predict that all of the students would finish the course, much less have perfect attendance? With this level of work ethic, it is easy to see how most of these students will use this opportunity to gain admission to community college and then move on to acquire skills needed for family sustaining jobs. They plan to become automotive mechanics, medical assistants,
 | | TAFF Student, William Gilliam Receives award for Perfect Attendance from Beth Trafford, Dean of Enrollment at Pulaski Tech |
graphic artists or to work as culinary professionals. It is difficult to imagine that any of this would be possible without the opportunity to improve critical literacy skills and the support of dedicated teachers, tutors and community partners.
Are you ready to get engaged by helping adults improve literacy skills? We have over 20 students waiting for a one-on one tutor, and we need tutors for the fall TAFF class. Call Kathy Griffin, to explore how you can make a difference in our community.
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Constant Contact Supports Literacy
 Thanks to everyone who helped Literacy Action raise donations through Constant Contact Charity Auction. With your help, we won third place in the national contest! These funds will go to upgrading our technology to better communicate with tutors and students.
"We raised thousands of dollars this year as part of our employee-led charity auction. A big reason for the event's success was that we knew the funds were going to passionate, impactful, organizations like yours. We have been inspired by your life-changing efforts to promote literacy, and we are proud to have you as a Constant Contact customer.
I hope this prize will enable you and your organization to touch even more lives this year and beyond. Good luck and congratulations once again."
--Reed Bundy, Senior Manager, Constant Contact, Inc. |
Friendships Made through Tutoring
By: Catherine Spradley, Conway
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I will never forget the first day I met with Christi for tutoring. She came into our tutoring room a little shy and quiet, but with a big smile on her face and immediately gave me a hug. Her obvious desire to learn was a big motivation for me and we jumped right into our first session. We started with the basics to make sure we had a good foundation and to 'practice' our training and learning styles. Christi then breezed through her workbook which gave her a sense of satisfaction and was a great place to start. This was only the beginning of a a great journey and friendship for both of us. We have been working together for a few months, and Christi's reading progress has been remarkable! The Laubach Series further improves her spelling, grammar, and comprehension which give her real tools to use in daily life. She is proud of her accomplishments so far, has more self confidence, and loves sharing her progress with friends and family. As a tutor, I feel pure joy at seeing her grow and develop pride for her accomplishments. We have become good friends working together and we especially enjoy sending pen pal letters to friends across the country. I also have a greater appreciation for access to good education and observant teachers who have worked so that no child graduates High School without being able to read. I have made a great friendship with Christi and I encourage people with some spare time to consider volunteering as a literacy tutor; it's a fun and meaningful experience!
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Literacy Action's annual gala will take place this fall, on
Thursday, September 26, from
Join us and the Honorary Chair, First Lady Ginger Beebe, for hors d'oeuvres, wine and beer, and a silent auction featuring works from local artists.
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Americorps Positions Available!
 Do you have a passion for literacy? Literacy Action of Central Arkansas is looking for qualified literacy tutors to serve as AmeriCorps Members for the 2013-2014-program year. Responsibilities include tutoring adults to read in basic literacy and/or ESL, mentoring other tutors, recruiting and leading training workshops. Through this service opportunity, you will have the chance to gain real-world experience on the front lines of literacy. You can make a difference AND earn an education award that can be used to pay college tuition and pay back eligible student loans all by helping fight illiteracy. Persons 55 and older can pass on their education award to their child or grandchild. As a part-time AmeriCorps Member serving 18-20 hours a week, you will receive a living allowance of $6,254 per year, paid to the AmeriCorps member in a bi-monthly stipend. Upon successful completion of 900 hours of service, AmeriCorps members will receive a $2775 education award. Send a cover letter and resume to laca@literacylittlerock.org or call 501-372-7323 for more information.
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AmeriCorps VISTA Program Coordinator Position Available!
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of adults with low literacy skills in your community? Looking for a full-time service opportunity that provides experience and receive a stipend, educational award, health and child care assistance? Learn more about the AmeriCorps VISTA Program Coordinator position with Literacy Action here, call our office at (501)372-7323, or email us with your cover letter and resume!
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